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How A Stretch Of Road Between Kuwait And Iraq Became Known As The ‘Highway Of Death’

At the close of the Persian Gulf War, American forces carried out a 10-hour bombardment on Highway 80 that left hundreds dead and destroyed up to 2,700 vehicles.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jan 25, 2023

How A Stretch Of Road Between Kuwait And Iraq Became Known As The ‘Highway Of Death’

At the close of the Persian Gulf War, American forces carried out a 10-hour bombardment on Highway 80 that left hundreds dead and destroyed up to 2,700 vehicles.

By Kaleena Fraga • January 25, 2023

33 Incredible Photos From The California Gold Rush, The Mining Craze That Captivated The World

The discovery of gold at Sutter's Mill in January 1848 sparked a mass migration to California — but not everyone was lucky enough to strike it rich.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jan 24, 2023

33 Incredible Photos From The California Gold Rush, The Mining Craze That Captivated The World

The discovery of gold at Sutter's Mill in January 1848 sparked a mass migration to California — but not everyone was lucky enough to strike it rich.

By Kaleena Fraga • January 24, 2023

The Tragic Story Of The Space Shuttle Columbia Disaster — And How It Could Have Been Avoided

Millions around the world watched on February 1, 2003, when the Space Shuttle Columbia was ripped apart upon re-entry, and NASA investigations later revealed that the tragedy was likely preventable.

By Austin Harvey • Jan 23, 2023

The Tragic Story Of The Space Shuttle Columbia Disaster — And How It Could Have Been Avoided

Millions around the world watched on February 1, 2003, when the Space Shuttle Columbia was ripped apart upon re-entry, and NASA investigations later revealed that the tragedy was likely preventable.

By Austin Harvey • January 23, 2023

Rare Van Dyck Painting Found In Farmer’s Shed Covered In Bird Droppings Expected To Sell For Up To $3 Million

The painting, found by a part-time art collector in a New York shed, is believed to be over four centuries old and a classic example of a Dutch Golden Age painting.

By Amber Morgan • Jan 23, 2023

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Rare Van Dyck Painting Found In Farmer’s Shed Covered In Bird Droppings Expected To Sell For Up To $3 Million

The painting, found by a part-time art collector in a New York shed, is believed to be over four centuries old and a classic example of a Dutch Golden Age painting.

By Amber Morgan • January 23, 2023

The Haunting Story Of Bryce Laspisa And His Unsolved Disappearance In California

On the morning of August 30, 2013, California Highway Patrol officers informed the parents of 19-year-old Bryce Laspisa that their son's car was found wrecked, driven off a 25-foot embankment near Castaic Lake — but there was no sign of Laspisa to be found.

By Morgan Dunn • Jan 23, 2023

The Haunting Story Of Bryce Laspisa And His Unsolved Disappearance In California

On the morning of August 30, 2013, California Highway Patrol officers informed the parents of 19-year-old Bryce Laspisa that their son's car was found wrecked, driven off a 25-foot embankment near Castaic Lake — but there was no sign of Laspisa to be found.

By Morgan Dunn • January 23, 2023

The Story Of Nannie Doss, The ‘Giggling Granny’ Who Spent Decades Murdering Her Husbands And Relatives

"I was searching for the perfect mate," Nannie Doss told police, after she was arrested for murdering her husbands. "The real romance in life."

By William DeLong • Jan 23, 2023

The Story Of Nannie Doss, The ‘Giggling Granny’ Who Spent Decades Murdering Her Husbands And Relatives

"I was searching for the perfect mate," Nannie Doss told police, after she was arrested for murdering her husbands. "The real romance in life."

By William DeLong • January 23, 2023

The Tragic Death Of Otto Warmbier, The American Student Who Was Accused Of Stealing A Poster In North Korea

In 2016, Otto Warmbier was sentenced to 15 years of hard labor for allegedly stealing a propaganda poster from a North Korean hotel, but he suffered a brain injury that rendered him comatose immediately after his trial — and he died without ever telling his side of the story.

By Austin Harvey • Jan 21, 2023

The Tragic Death Of Otto Warmbier, The American Student Who Was Accused Of Stealing A Poster In North Korea

In 2016, Otto Warmbier was sentenced to 15 years of hard labor for allegedly stealing a propaganda poster from a North Korean hotel, but he suffered a brain injury that rendered him comatose immediately after his trial — and he died without ever telling his side of the story.

By Austin Harvey • January 21, 2023

The Disturbing Story Of Larry Gene Bell, The Depraved Killer Who Shocked Even ‘Mindhunter’ John Douglas

Larry Gene Bell was a divorced electrician who kidnapped and murdered at least two girls in South Carolina in 1985 — then tormented their families with taunting phone calls.

By Neil Patmore • Jan 20, 2023

The Disturbing Story Of Larry Gene Bell, The Depraved Killer Who Shocked Even ‘Mindhunter’ John Douglas

Larry Gene Bell was a divorced electrician who kidnapped and murdered at least two girls in South Carolina in 1985 — then tormented their families with taunting phone calls.

By Neil Patmore • January 20, 2023

This Week In History News, Jan. 15 – 21

"Replica" sword found to be genuine Bronze Age artifact, one of the world's oldest runestones discovered, ancient Egyptian burial uncovered with 142 dead dogs.

By All That's Interesting • Jan 20, 2023

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This Week In History News, Jan. 15 – 21

"Replica" sword found to be genuine Bronze Age artifact, one of the world's oldest runestones discovered, ancient Egyptian burial uncovered with 142 dead dogs.

By All That's Interesting • January 20, 2023

Jim Garrison, The New Orleans District Attorney Who Claimed He Uncovered The Truth About JFK’s Murder

In 1967, prosecutor Jim Garrison accused Clay Shaw of conspiring with government agencies to assassinate President John F. Kennedy — but many believe it was all for media attention.

By Kaleena Fraga • Jan 19, 2023

Jim Garrison, The New Orleans District Attorney Who Claimed He Uncovered The Truth About JFK’s Murder

In 1967, prosecutor Jim Garrison accused Clay Shaw of conspiring with government agencies to assassinate President John F. Kennedy — but many believe it was all for media attention.

By Kaleena Fraga • January 19, 2023